In 2024, Canada leads with the highest mortality rate for mental and behavioral disorders at 70.3 deaths per hundred thousand persons, while Bulgaria maintains the lowest at 1.7. Notable year-on-year changes include increases in Colombia (23.46%), Greece (10.07%), and Estonia (10.61%), while Spain (-3.88%) and Slovakia (-3.02%) show declines. Over the past two years, several European countries have seen fluctuations, indicating a potentially volatile region. The five-year CAGR for these countries remains moderate, reflecting a mix of rising concerns and stabilization efforts in tackling mental and behavioral disorders.
Future trends to watch include the impact of enhanced mental health policies and healthcare advancements on mortality rates. Potential increases in awareness and access to mental health services might stabilize or reduce mortality, while socio-economic challenges could present obstacles. Continued attention to mental health integration in primary care could be pivotal in altering these trends globally.
Top countries in Mental and Behavioural Disorders Mortality by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Deaths) Per Hundred Thousand Persons, Standardised Rates | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Canada | 70.3 | 2023 | +2.33% | +2.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 69.2 | 2023 | +1.17% | -1.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 59.2 | 2023 | +1.2% | -1.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 58.3 | 2023 | +1.39% | +1.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Switzerland | 55.2 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 52.7 | 2023 | -0.94% | -2.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United States | 48.1 | 2023 | +1.26% | +2.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 47.9 | 2023 | 0% | -0.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 47.3 | 2023 | +2.83% | +3.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 45.3 | 2023 | +5.1% | +6.48% | View data |
